MC1176364 - Configure and manage connected experiences with Edge Connected Feature Control (CFC) – Targeted Release
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Published Oct 20, 2025
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Summary
Microsoft Edge for Business introduces Connected Feature Control (CFC) in Public Preview, allowing admins to centrally manage cloud-powered features like Translate and Compose based on compliance needs. Rollout starts late August 2025, with options to enable features at different compliance levels and control via Edge management and Entra ID groups.
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Updated October 28, 2025: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience.
Introduction
To support organizations with varying compliance and data handling needs, Microsoft Edge for Business is introducing Connected Feature Control (CFC) in Public Preview. CFC is a centralized policy that allows admins to manage cloud-powered and AI-driven features—such as Translate, Compose, and Auto Tab Grouping—based on organizational requirements.
When this will happen:
- Targeted Release: Rollout began in late August 2025 and is expected to complete by late September/October 2025.
- General Availability: Rollout begins in mid-November and is expected to complete by late November.
How this affects your organization:
Who is affected: Admins managing Microsoft Edge for Business via the Edge management service.
What will happen:
- A new policy called Connected Feature Control (CFC) will be available in Edge management.
- By default, CFC is off; no changes will be made to existing feature availability unless admins opt in.
- Admins can enable or disable specific connected experiences such as Translate, Compose, Screenshot, and Auto Tab Grouping.
- CFC offers three modes:
- Off Mode: All connected experiences are enabled by default.
- Level 1: Enables only experiences that are sensitive content aware.
- Level 2: Enables only experiences that are sensitive content aware and meet strict data handling standards.
- Features like Translate and Screenshot are being enhanced for Level 2 compliance. Admins can choose to enable them in Level 2 via customization.
What you can do to prepare:
- Review your current Edge policies and connected experiences.
- Plan which features should be enabled or disabled based on your organization’s compliance needs.
- Opt in to Targeted Release in the Microsoft 365 admin center to access CFC.
- Notify users about upcoming changes and update internal documentation as needed.
- Learn more:
Compliance considerations:
| Compliance Area | Explanation |
|---|---|
| AI/ML capabilities | CFC allows admins to control AI-driven features like Compose and Auto Tab Grouping. |
| Data processing changes | CFC modifies how connected experiences interact with sensitive content and data handling standards. |
| Admin control | Admins can centrally manage feature availability via Edge management service. |
| Entra ID group control | Admins can scope CFC policies using Entra ID group membership. |